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✓Charming and spacious nine-bedroom farmhouse set in secluded rolling Devon countryside
✓House accommodates up to 21 guests including double sofa bed, 2 z-beds, and 2 travel cots for babies
✓Pet-friendly property allowing up to 3 pets with charges applying
✓One step to entrance and some ground floor bedrooms and dining room have one step access
✓Stairgates available on request for child safety
✓Ground floor includes three large reception rooms: main living room, dining room, and snug (living room 2)
✓Main living room features a 50 inch HD Freeview Smart TV with full Sky package, DVD player, inglenook fireplace with wood-burning stove, and three comfortable sofas
✓Dining room contains a piano, stereo system, comfy sofa overlooking back garden, and two oak tables seating up to twenty guests (1 step access)
✓Kitchen is very well-equipped with electric oven, induction hob, oil-fuelled Aga (operational mid-September to end of March), Rangemaster Excel triple oven with five-ring induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, food processor, food mixer, apple corer, cake tins, baking trays, and a stereo
✓Kitchen has a large table seating eight and two high chairs provided
✓Snug (living room 2) includes a woodburner stove, armchairs, and a double sofa bed used as extra sleeping accommodation; serves as quiet room, gaming room, or playroom
✓Ground floor bedrooms: Bedroom 1 with double 4ft 6in bed; Bedroom 2 with zip and link super kingsize bed (convertible to 2 singles) with 1 step access; Bedroom 3 with zip and link super kingsize plus a 3ft single bed, also with 1 step access
✓Ground floor has two shower rooms each with cubicle shower, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓First floor bedrooms: Bedroom 4 double 4ft 6in bed with ensuite bathroom (bath with shower over, heated towel rail, toilet); Bedroom 5 zip and link super kingsize with ensuite shower room (cubicle shower, heated towel rail, toilet); Bedrooms 6, 7, and 8 with zip and link kingsize beds (convertible to singles on request); Bedroom 9 zip and link super kingsize with ensuite shower room (cubicle shower, heated towel rail, toilet)
✓First floor also has one additional bathroom with bath and shower over, heated towel rail, and toilet
✓Heating system is oil central heating supplemented by woodburning stoves in main living room and snug
✓Utilities included in rental: electricity, bed linen, towels, and Wi-Fi
✓Entertainment options indoors include 50 inch HD TV with Freeview and full Sky package, DVD player, stereo in dining room and kitchen, and piano in dining room
✓Outdoor entertainment includes two private hot tubs each accommodating 6 people and a private sauna
✓Shared on-site leisure facilities just across the drive include an all-weather tennis court, carp lake for fishing, and a large games room with table tennis, pool table, and dart board
✓Enclosed private back garden with sitting-out area furnished with garden furniture, tables, and chairs
✓Garden features a firepit and a large gas barbecue
✓Private on-site parking for 4 cars plus additional parking available in a nearby field
✓Baby and toddler friendly with 2 travel cots, 2 z-beds for children, 2 highchairs, and stairgates available on request
✓No smoking policy throughout the property
✓Check-in from 16:00 and check-out before 10:00
✓Bedrooms individually dressed for comfort and style
✓Can be booked together with six nearby properties to increase total capacity up to 33 guests
✓Close proximity to A361 North Devon Link Road (approx. 15 minutes), Barnstaple (within 21 miles), South Molton, and glorious beaches at Saunton Sands and Woolacombe accessible via A361
✓Ideal base for exploring Exmoor National Park and North Devon coastline

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Local Insights: West Anstey Farmhouse

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Tiverton, Devon

Weather & Local Conditions

15°C

Partly cloudy

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 3:00am

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14.70°C

Temperature

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23 km/h

Wind Speed

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91%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

West Anstey Farmhouse sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

270m

(886 feet above sea level)

West Anstey Farmhouse sits in a peaceful Devon setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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270m

Elevation

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Tiverton

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Tiverton are typical Devon lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 51.0405740° N | Longitude: 3.653945° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Tiverton (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

4:14am

Sunrise

7:26pm

Golden Hour

8:26pm

Sunset

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4:14am

Sunrise

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8:26pm

Sunset

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7:26pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:26pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Tiverton, you have approximately 16.20 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at West Anstey Farmhouse.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Devon. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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West Anstey Farmhouse, Tiverton

About West Anstey Farmhouse

Need To Know

More Pet Friendly Cottages You May Like

Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To West Anstey Farmhouse

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is West Anstey Farmhouse Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Frequently Asked Questions

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